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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121404 CC Minutes I I I MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 14, 2004 The City Council convened in Closed Session at 6:00 P.M. and in Open Session at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, December 14, 2004, in the City Council Chambers of Temecula City Hall, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. Present: 5 Councilmembers: Comerchero, Roberts, Stone, Washington, and Naggar Absent: 0 Councilmembers: None PRELUDE MUSIC The prelude music was provided by eve Craig. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Mayor Naggar. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance was presented by Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero. PRESENT A TIONS/PROCLAMA TIONS Mayor Naggar noted that all Council, District, and Agency business would be considered out of order after which the presentation portion of the agenda will be considered which will be a tribute to Councilman Stone. Certificate of Appreciation to Executive Assistant Steffen On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Naggar commended Ms. Steffen on her professionalism, her dedication, and her abilities and presented her with a Certificate of Appreciation. A History in Stone At this time, a slide show was presented, reflecting the many accomplishments achieved by Councilman Stone. Mayor Naggar presented to Councilman Stone a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from Congressman Issa. Expressing his delight with having the opportunity to honor Councilman Stone, Assemblyman Benoit congratulated Mr. Stone on his successful election to the Board of Supervisors and presented to him a Resolution from the California State Legislature. R:lMinutes\121404 I I I With great pleasure, on behalf of the Registrar of Voters, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero presented the framed Certificate of Election to Councilman Stone and read the Oath of Office that Mr. Stone has already taken. On behalf of Team PACE and City staff, Administrative Assistant Casey and Senior Management Analyst Adams thanked the City Councilmembers and Executive Staff for the support and encouragement provided to Team PACE; congratulated Councilman Stone on his newly elected position; wished him much success; and presented to Mr. Stone a clock in appreciation of his support. On behalf of the Southern California Association of Governments, Councilman Roberts recognized Councilman Stone for his leadership and dedication to the critical policy issues facing the City of Temecula and personal commitment to public service and presented to him a Certificate of Recognition. Mayor Naggar presented to Councilman Stone a City proclamation proclaiming December 14, 2004, as Jeff Stone Day, honoring him for his diligent service, active membership in many organizations, his many accomplishments, for his vision, and leadership. Having known Mr. Stone for over 20 years, Ms. Joan Sparkman, Murrieta, expressed how proud she is of his accomplishments and noted that his mother would, as well, be very proud of him. Sharing fond memories of Councilman Stone, Mr. Bill Harker, Temecula, expressed his and his late wife's support of him for Council and now his support of him as Supervisor. On behalf of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Ms. Alice Sullivan and Ms. Pamela Voight, Temecula, thanked Councilman Stone for his continued support not only of the Chamber but of the business community and presented an Award of Appreciation for the 12 years of dedicated service, devotion, and service to the City and wished him much success. On behalf of the Economic Development Corporation's Board of Directors and Members of the Economic Development Corporation, Mr. Dennis Frank, Temecula, expressed appreciation for the many achievements Councilman Stone has accomplished for the City and, personally, Mr. Frank expressed appreciation to Mr. Stone for his vision, leadership, and guidance. Representing the Rancho Community Church, Pastor Struikmans, Temecula, on behalf of the Pastors of this Valley, thanked Mr. Stone for his support, encouragement, and participation and wished him much success. Not having voted for Councilman Stone for every Council term, Mr. Chris Pedersen, Temecula, expressed appreciation to Mr. Stone for his years of service and accomplishments and advised that he did vote for him as Supervisor. Having attended City Council meetings for almost 10 years, Mr. Elton Ward and his wife, Jeannie, County, relayed their delight with Mr. Stone's election as Supervisor and wished him much success. Mrs. Pat Birdsall, Temecula, expressed her pride in having had the opportunity to serve with Councilman Stone on the City Council and her appreciation of his accomplishments for this City. R:\Minutes\121404 I I I Congratulating Mr. Stone for his 12-years of service to this City, Mr. Jim Domenoe, Temecula's Police Chief, expressed his appreciation for Councilman Stone's strong support of law enforcement for this City, looking forward to working with him as Supervisor and for his continued support. Having served with Councilman Stone on the Council since 1992, Councilman Roberts commented on Mr. Stone's vision for the Promenade Mall property; noted that Mr. Stone will continue to represent the City; and relayed how proud he is of his accomplishments. Having served with Councilman Stone on the Council for only one year, Councilman Washington, as a former Murrieta City Councilmember, shared fond memories of his relationship with Mr. Stone; commented on the respect he has for Mr. Stone and his visionary approach as well as his sincerity and concern for citizens; and wished him much success. Commenting on Councilman Stone's fingerprint throughout the City, Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero advised that in 1993, Mr. Stone nominated him to serve as a Commissioner to the Community Services Commission; noted that in 1997, Mr. Stone and he co-chaired Measure C; commended Mr. Stone on his vision of the Promenade Mall property; and wished him much success. City Manager Nelson relayed fond memories of Mr. Stone particularly expressing great appreciation to Mr. Stone for his assistance/support to the Nelson Family in 1997 during this time of need when Mr. and Mrs. Nelson's daughter was involved in a car accident. Mr. Nelson expressed great enthusiasm with Mr. Stone serving in his new leadership position. On behalf of all City employees, Mr. Nelson thanked Mr. Stone for his strong support of staff and wished him much success. Sharing fond memories of Councilman Stone, Mayor Naggar viewed Councilman Stone as a mentor and commended Mr. Stone on his political ethics. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Naggar presented to Councilman Stone an aerial photograph, signed by each Council member, of the City of Temecula. At this time, Mayor Naggar handed the floor to Councilman Stone. Thanking everyone for their kind comments, Councilman Stone thanked staff for its teachings over the past 12 years, paying special tribute to key individuals throughout this organization as well as many other individuals; extended appreciation to Assemblyman Benoit for attending this meeting; commended Councilman Roberts on his experience with public safety, his leadership, and his dedication to this City and, therefore, advised that Mr. Roberts will be a member of his staff, beginning January 3, 2005; wished he would have had more time on the Council with Councilman Washington, expressing how fortunate this City is to have Mr. Washington on the Council; appreciated Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero's support on the Veterans' Memorial; commended City Manager Nelson on his very strong work ethic and high-professional standards, stating that Mr. Nelson's priorities are in the right place; and although having disagreed over the year on certain issues, Mr. Stone commended Mayor Naggar on his maturity as a public official and congratulated Mr. Naggar on an outstanding year as Mayor. In closing, Mr. Stone recognized his family for their continued support, acknowledging his daughter, Britney - a freshman at the University of San Diego; his son, who is back East at George Washington University, studying law; his wife, Regina; his sister, Lori, and brother-in- R:\Minutes\121404 I I I law, Dan; his son, Anthony; his other son, Vincent; and his nephews, Travis and Chase. Noting that anyone in the community can make a difference, Mr. Stone encouraged residents to get involved in their community. Mr. Stone promised that he will work hard as County Supervisor in an effort to improve the quality of life and to obtain what is deserved for Southwest Riverside County - roads, bridges, freeway improvements, and public safety. He advised that he would be accessible for input as well welcomed volunteers for his offices in Riverside, Menifee, Hemet, and Idyllwild; thanked the citizens of Temecula for their confidence and for the opportunity to serve them; and promised to not let them down in the future. PUBLIC COMMENTS On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival and Executive Director Carol Pope-Joy, Mr. Dennis Frank thanked the City Council for its continued support of the Festival and apprised the City Council of awards the Festival has recently received. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS A. Councilman Washington congratulated the recipients of the Holiday Lights and Festive Sites Awards and thanked Deputy Director of Community Services Ruse, Senior Recreation Coordinator Gilliland, and Community Services Department staff on another outstanding Holiday Parade; encouraged everyone to be safe during the Holidays; and wished everyone a Happy Hanukah, Merry Christmas, and a Happy Holiday Season CONSENT CALENDAR Standard Ordinance and Resolution Adoption Procedure RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda. 2 Resolution approvina List of Demands RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 04-126 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A R:\Minutes\121404 I I I 3 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for Fiscal Year ended June 30. 2004 RECOMMENDATION: 3.1 Receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Statements, Auditor's Report, and Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) for Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2004. 4 Professional Services Aareement for Bridae Inspection Services Parsons Brinkerhoff Construction Services, Inc. Ynez Road Bridae (widen) over Santa Gertrudis Creek- LD04-051 CO RECOMMENDATION: 4.1 Approve an agreement with Parsons Brinkerhoff Construction Services, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $48,577 for professional bridge inspection and construction engineering services for the Ynez Road Bridge (widen) over Santa Gertrudis Creek Road Undercrossing - Project No. LD04-051 CO - and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement; 4.2 Authorize the City Manager to approve amendments to the agreement not to exceed the 10% contingency amount of $4,857.00. 5 Bonds and Aareement for additional Storm Drain Improvements in Tract Map No. 29305-1 (located east of Pechanaa Parkwav and south of Loma Linda Road in the Wolf Creek Development) RECOMMENDATION: 5.1 Approve and accept the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, Subdivision Faithful Peñormance and Labor and Materials Bonds as security for additional storm drain improvements for Tract Map No. 29305-1; 5.2 Direct the City Clerk to record the Improvement Agreement and file the Faithful Peñormance and Labor and Materials Bonds. 6 1-15/SR 79 South Ultimate Interchanae Project (PW04-08) - Property ACQuisition and TUMF Reimbursement Aareement RECOMMENDATION: 6.1 Appropriate $1,423,408 from Tribal Association of Sovereign Indian Nation (TASIN) funds and $4,000,000 from Transportation Uniform Mitigation FEE (TUMF) funds to the 1-15/SR 79 South Ultimate Interchange Project (PW04-08) for the acquisition of right-of-way; 6.2 Approve an advance of $4,000,000 from Capital Reserves to the 1-15/SR 79 South Ultimate Interchange Project (PW04-08) for the acquisition of right-of-way. (Mayor Naggar and Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero abstained with regard to this item.) R:\Minutes\121404 I I I 7 Parcel Map No. 30798 (located north of Hiahwav 79 South, east of Avenida De Missiones and the future Rancho Pueblo Road (known as Rancho Community Church) RECOMMENDATION: 7.1 Approve Parcel Map No. 30798 in conformance with the Conditions of Approval; 7.2 Approve the Subdivision Improvement Agreement; 7.3 Approve the Subdivision Monument Agreement and accept the Faithful Peñormance Bond, Labor and Materials Bond and Monument Bond as security for the agreements. 8 Acceptance of Grant Deed Harveston Community Park RECOMMENDATION: 8.1 Authorize acceptance of the Grant Deed for Harveston Community Park, located in the Harveston development and direct staff to proceed with the necessary actions to cause the deed to be recorded. 9 Police Department Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Proaram Grant Fundina RECOMMENDATION: 9.1 Increase estimated General Fund Grant Revenue by $29,220; 9.2 Appropriate $29,220 from General Fund Grant Revenue to the Police Department. 10 Resolution in Support of Leaislation to Improve Infrastructure (At the request of Councilman Stone.) RECOMMENDATION: 10.1 Adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 04-127 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE INFRASTRUCTURE AT THE LOCAL, STATE, AND FEDERAL LEVEL MOTION: Councilman Stone moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 - 10. The motion was seconded by Councilman Washington and electronic vote reflected approval with the exception of Mayor Naggar and Mayor Pro Tem Comerchero who abstained with regard to Consent Calendar Item No.6. R:\Minutes\121404 I At 7:09 P.M., the City Council convened as the Temecula Community Services District and the Temecula Redevelopment Agency. At 7:12 P.M., the City Council resumed with regular business. At this time, a special tribute was paid the outgoing Councilman Stone and incoming Supervisor Stone; see page 1 - Presentations/Proclamations. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT No additional comment. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT City Attorney Thorson advised that there was nothing to report under Closed Session. ADJOURNMENT At 8:28 P.M., the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 11, 2005, at 7:00 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. I Jeff Comerchero, Mayor /. ATTEST: I R:\Minutes\121404